A woman may lose an eye after being kicked in the face during a night out.

The 45-year-old, of Consett, who is not being named, was attacked after a disagreement with two younger women on Newcastle's Quayside.

The victim, out with her partner was involved in a row with the women in the Slice Bar, formerly Flynn's. Violence began when the couple left the bar and the woman was pushed to the ground and kicked in the face. The attacker then left the scene in a saloon-type taxi.

Police say the woman may lose her left eye. She was treated in Newcastle General Hospital.

The attacker is 20 to 25, 5ft 7in, slim with a pretty face and long blonde, streaked hair. She has a local accent. Witnesses call police on 0191 214 6555, ext 62144.